Sylvia Arden Decides by Margaret Piper Chalmers
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"Sylvia Arden Decides" by Margaret Rebecca Piper is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the protagonist, Sylvia Arden, a young woman at a crossroads in her life, grappling with her future choices and identity in a society that has specific expectations of women. As her friends and acquaintances trend towards established paths—like marriage or careers—Sylvia feels both the pull of those societal norms and a deep-seated
desire to carve her own unique path. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Sylvia and her friends, Suzanne and Barbara, gathered at the serene Arden Hall. They engage in playful banter that quickly reveals Sylvia’s contemplative nature and her struggle with contentment. Unlike her friends who have clear ambitions, Sylvia feels a sense of uncertainty about her direction in life. As the characters discuss societal roles and future ambitions, we see Sylvia's longing to explore life more expansively, reflecting on her past and current relationships, particularly with the eligible Jack Amidon. Through witty dialogue and introspective musings, the opening sets the stage for Sylvia's journey of self-discovery, raising questions about love, career, and the various roles women are expected to fulfill. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Chalmers, Margaret Piper, 1880-1962 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Coffin, Haskell, 1878-1941 |
| Title | Sylvia Arden Decides |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Betrothal -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young adults -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48385 |
| Release Date | Feb 28, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 582 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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